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The Science Behind the Gut-Brain Connection Yoga has long been celebrated for its physical and mental health benefits, but its impact on digestive health is gaining increasing attention. This connection between yoga and digestion is rooted in the gut-brain axis—a complex communication system between the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract. Through various poses […]
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Spooky season is right around the corner—a night filled with mystery, magic, candy, and family time. Halloween has its roots in ancient Celtic traditions. Originally meant to be a festival marking the end of summer and the onset of winter, it was called Samhain and believed to be a time when the veil between the
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As nights get longer and barren trees stare at you as you walk outside, a certain melancholy sets in this time of the year. Changing seasons trigger a dip in mood, energy, enthusiasm, and overall well-being. You tend to feel melancholic, and nothing seems to cheer you up. And now science confirms you are not
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Bridge Pose, or Setu Bandhasana, offers several benefits for mood and energy levels: Reduces Stress and AnxietyBy opening the chest and expanding the lungs, Bridge Pose encourages deep breathing, which calms the nervous system. This can reduce stress, anxiety, and even symptoms of mild depression. It stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system (the “rest and digest”
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Gazing at the moon is a fast way to create awe inside of you. Ancient texts say, “Wonder is the preface to yoga.” And no better way to return to this innocent state of wonder than looking up at the first supermoon of the year. Did you know that August’s full moon and the year’s
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At the Art of Living Retreat Center, we believe in the transformative power of breathwork. This ancient practice, rooted in timeless wisdom, offers profound benefits for both mind and body. Through intentional breathing techniques, you can release stress, elevate your mental clarity, and rejuvenate your spirit. Sudarshan Kriya (SKY) is a powerful breathing technique developed
Supporting Your Journey on the Path to Well-Being Good on you if something has inspired you to become more health-conscious. It’s a great start, but can often feel like a lonely journey. You’ve started eating healthy, begun a meditation or yoga practice, and upped your walking game, but even with the best of starts, if
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Summer is here! Time to get outside (don’t forget the sunscreen!), get into nature, cook on the grill, and spend time in the garden. Regardless of which coast you live on, the summer can be grueling with warm temperatures and stifling humidity. Between vacations, barbecues, the daily grind, and socializing, you may fail to pay
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Happy Pride Month! A few years back, I wrote a feature on how meditation can help create an inclusive world. Since then, things have only gotten worse for the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning and other sexual orientations and gender identities) community. Last year, the Human Rights Campaign took the unprecedented step
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